2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in El Cajon, CA (540 Rentals)

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El Cajon, CA Local Guide

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Largest Available El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in El Cajon, CA is found at Colonnade at Fletcher Hills in the Lake Murray neighborhood and is 1,148 square feet priced from $2,597. Villa Toscana in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,145 square feet and currently listed start at $2,509. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in El Cajon:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Colonnade at Fletcher HillsB31,148 Sq Ft$2,597
Villa ToscanaVilla Venezia1,145 Sq Ft$2,509
Woodbridge Mount Helix "Immediate Move In"2 Bed/2 Bath1,107 Sq Ft$3,005
Terre at BradleySunset1,100 Sq Ft$2,448
Arbors Apartments *$1200 Move in*Sycamore1,070 Sq Ft$2,790
The District ApartmentsINSPIRE1,048 Sq Ft$3,286
Ivanhoe Village Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath1,040 Sq Ft$2,601
Volterra Apartments2 x 2 Verona A - Renovated1,027 Sq Ft$2,695
Legacy Condominium Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths1,026 Sq Ft$2,400

Cheapest Available El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 10, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in El Cajon, CA is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model starting from $1,950 at Mollison Garden Apartments in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood. The second most affordable El Cajon 2 Bedroom is the 9250 Winter Gardens Blvd #14 Model at Winter Gardens Manor starting at $1,995 in the Winter Gardens neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in El Cajon is currently $2,645. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in El Cajon:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Mollison Garden Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,950
Winter Gardens Manor9250 Winter Gardens Blvd #14$1,995
Village Green2 Bed$1,995
Terre at BallantyneManor$2,056
Terre at 1019 PeachHacienda$2,091
Terre at MadisonMagnolia$2,095
The Courtyards2BD/ 1BA Upstairs$2,095
River Trail Apartments2/1 W/Balcony$2,100
Highline2 Bed 1 Bath$2,125
The Madison2BD/1BA - Remodeled$2,132

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El Cajon Overview

Playfully referred to as 'The Big Box', El Cajon is located in the heart of San Diego County, a growing popular hotspot in sunny California. From epic weather and cuisine, to an eclectic body population and sound economic base, this west coast city is in-demand for good cause.

Why live in El Cajon, CA?

Home to a wide array of popular universities as well as boasting plenty of that famous California sunshine to spare, El Cajon apartments are wildly popular among working-class families and on-the-go young professionals alike. From scenic mountains to the nearby coastline, this beautiful slice of the west coast has much to offer a variety of lifestyles, and its unsurprising that rentals remain in-demand consistently.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
El Cajon, CA

Ranked #95

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around El Cajon, CA

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom El Cajon Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in El Cajon with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in El Cajon is at Mollison Garden Apartments listed at $1,950.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom El Cajon Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in El Cajon is $2,645.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom El Cajon Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in El Cajon is a 1,148 square feet unit starting from $2,597 at Colonnade at Fletcher Hills.

What is the average size for El Cajon 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in El Cajon is currently 1,101 sq ft.

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